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2024 Melon Music Awards
The 2024 Melon Music Awards (), part of the Melon Music Awards series, was an awards ceremony held on November 30, 2024. It was organized by Melon, and Kakao Entertainment and broadcast through Melon, 1theK for global audience, and Unext in Japan. Aespa, IU, and TWS are the most nominated artists at the ceremony, with seven nominations each. Three of them and (G)I-dle are nominated in all the main Daesang categories: Album of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year. Aespa won seven awards, with three Daesangs for Song of the Year, Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, set record for a girl group with most winning in a single ceremony, while Record of the Year went to (G)I-dle. Criteria All songs and albums that are eligible to be nominated must be released from November 2, 2023, to October 30, 2024. Performers The list of performers was announced throughout November, with the final line-up revealed on November 21. Presenters The list of presenters was an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inspire Arena
The Inspire Arena () is an indoor arena located in Incheon, South Korea, as part of the Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort, next to Incheon International Airport. It has a maximum total capacity of 15,000 depending on configuration. The venue regularly hosts events such as music concerts, esports, fashion shows, sporting events, among others. Description The Inspire Arena is owned and operated by the Mohegan Inspire Integrated Resort. The venue draws on the technology of the Mohegan Sun Arena located in Connecticut, United States. The Inspire Arena employs advanced architectural acoustic design techniques to optimize sound quality, as well as a Meyer Sound PA System designed to minimize sound distortion. The Inspire Arena is the only arena in South Korea with a seating capacity exceeding 4,000, apart from venues specifically built for sporting events such as the Olympic Gymnastics Arena and the Gocheok Sky Dome. Stage and capacity The main stage of the arena can be adjust ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Young-ji
Lee Young-ji (born September 10, 2002) is a South Korean rapper. She is the winner of '' High School Rapper 3'' and '' Show Me the Money 11''. Philanthropy On August 11, 2022, Lee donated million to help those affected by the 2022 South Korean floods On 8 August 2022, large scale floods hit the capital of South Korea, Seoul, especially Gangnam District and surrounding areas. It was preceded by the highest rainfall in 80 years. 2,800 buildings were damaged and at least 9 people were killed. ... through the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association. Discography Singles Filmography Television series Television shows Web shows Awards and nominations Notes References {{DEFAULTSORT:Lee, Young-ji 2002 births Living people South Korean women rappers South Korean hip hop singers 21st-century South Korean women singers Show Me the Money (South Korean TV series) contestants ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Combo (song)
"Combo" is a song recorded by South Korean boy band Riize. It was released on September 4, 2024, through SM Entertainment and distributed by Kakao Entertainment and RCA Records, as the lead single of the reissued version of the band's first EP, '' Riizing: Epilogue''. Background and release "Combo" was first previewed in June 2024, with a portion of the song being used as background music in the trailer for the group's EP, '' Riizing''. The song's title was not given, and it was not included on the original release of the EP. On September 2, SM Entertainment announced that Riize would be issuing a new version of the EP, to be entitled ''Riizing: Epilogue'', as celebration of the group's one-year anniversary, including new track "Combo". The song was released to digital download and streaming platforms on September 4, 2024. Composition Lyrics for "Combo" were written by Kenzie, who also participated in the song's composition and arrangement. Additional contributions to com ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Me
"New Me" is a song by Japanese duo Yoasobi. It was released on November 11, 2024, through Echoes and Sony Music Entertainment Japan. Based on Mado Arute's short story ''Hakusan-dōri Enjō no Ken'', the song was used as a jingle for Recruit's Mada, Koko ni Nai, Deai, Koko ni Nai, Ongaku project commercial, "Wakaranai mama, Sore de mo". Background and release In August 2023, literary magazine '' Bungei'' partnered with creative writing social media Monogatary.com for ''Bungei'' × Monogatary.com Collaboration Award at the novel contest Monocon 2023. Seven winners from a total of 879 stories were announced on February 28, 2024; one of all is short story , written by Mado Arite. An action genre, it is about Nozomi, a female freelancer who struggled at workplace due to a pressure from her male colleagues, meets a mysterious guy from dating app, which later find that he is an assassin. The two are chased by and fight against their enemies, leading Nozomi to discover unexpected truths ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Idol (Yoasobi Song)
is a song by Japanese duo Yoasobi from their third extended play, ''The Book 3'' (2023). It was released as a single on April 12, 2023, by Sony Music Entertainment Japan, served as the opening theme of the Japanese anime series ''Oshi no Ko''. Written by Ayase and based on Aka Akasaka's short story ''45510'', "Idol" is a pop track with hip-hop elements, depicting the two-faced nature of a star in the Japanese idol industry, as well as perspectives on the anime's character Ai Hoshino from her fans, her B-Komachi's groupmates, and herself. The song received positive reviews from music critics for a "perfect" representation of Ai Hoshino, and was a massive commercial success by topping the Oricon Combined Singles Chart and ''Billboard'' Japan Hot 100, the second song after " Yoru ni Kakeru", which the latter for 22 non-consecutive weeks, making it the longest-running number-one song in the chart history, and the 2023 year-end number-one song. Globally, "Idol" became the highes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yoasobi
Yoasobi (stylized in all caps) is a Japanese music superduo formed by Sony Music Entertainment Japan, composed of Vocaloid producer Ayase, and singer-songwriter Ikura. Represented by the slogan "novel into music", the duo has released songs based on novels posted on , a novel-centered social media operated by their label, which is also from various media like novels written by professional authors, books, and letters. After going viral on social media, Yoasobi's 2019 debut single, " Yoru ni Kakeru", gave them their breakthrough by reaching atop the ''Billboard'' Japan Hot 100 for six non-consecutive weeks and the 2020 year-end chart, and becoming the first song to be certified diamond for streaming by Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). It was followed by other successful singles, such as ''Blue Period''-inspired " Gunjō", and ''Beastars'' second season themes "Kaibutsu" and "Yasashii Suisei". The group's first two EPs, ''The Book'' and '' The Book 2'' (both 2021) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Earth, Wind & Fire (song)
"Earth, Wind & Fire" is a song recorded by South Korean boy band BoyNextDoor for their second extended play (EP) '' How?'' (2024). It was released on April 15, 2024, through KOZ Entertainment as the EP's lead single. Members Jaehyun, Taesan, and Woonhak wrote the song alongside producers Zico and Kako. Described as a hyperpop song, the lyrics narrate on a love story compared to the classical elements. A Japanese version of the song was released on June 19, 2024, through Universal Music Japan as part of the group's debut Japanese maxi single "And,". Background and release On March 19, 2024, KOZ Entertainment announced BoyNextDoor's second extended play (EP) '' How?'', marking their first release in seven months and forming the final part of their trilogy of releases narrating a story of a "first love". On March 29, the track list for the EP was released, with "Earth, Wind & Fire" marked as the lead single". A snippet of the track was released on April 8, as part of a "track ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
BoyNextDoor
BoyNextDoor (; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean boy band formed by KOZ Entertainment. The group consists of six members: Sungho, Riwoo, Jaehyun, Taesan, Leehan, and Woonhak. The group debuted on May 30, 2023, with the single album '' Who!''. History 2019–2023: Formation and introduction In 2019, rapper-producer Zico founded KOZ Entertainment as a subsidiary of Hybe Corporation. Members Sungho and Riwoo passed their auditions for the agency in September 2021. In 2022, Zico confirmed that the agency was in the process of producing a boy band, with himself serving as its producer. He stated in an interview on the web series Turkiyes on the Block that he will "break the predictable formula" in regards to the group. On April 16, 2023, the agency announced the formation of their first boy band, named BoyNextDoor, through the release of a "logo motion" on YouTube. They explained that the group's name suggests that the boy band "will be friendly and approachable, like boys ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Plot Twist (TWS Song)
"Plot Twist" () is a song by South Korean boy group TWS (group), TWS. It was released on January 22, 2024, through Pledis Entertainment, as the second single and the lead track of the group's debut EP ''Sparkling Blue''. The song peaked at number two on the Circle Digital Chart. Background and release After premiering the pre-release single "Oh Mymy: 7s" and its music video on January 2, 2024, several teasers and activities, including a highlight medley, a product endorsement deal with Lotte Chilsung's Milkis, and cover features on Japanese magazines ''Ray'' and ''ViVi (magazine), ViVi'', were revealed to promote and build anticipation for TWS' first EP. With the release of ''Sparkling Blue'' and its lead single "Plot Twist" on January 22, TWS became the first boy group to debut under Pledis Entertainment in nine years, following the launch of Seventeen (South Korean band), Seventeen in 2015. On the same day of its release, TWS performed "Plot Twist", together with the tracks " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bam Yang Gang
"Bam Yang Gang" () is a song by South Korean singer Bibi. It was produced by Chang Ki-ha and released on February 13, 2024, through Feel Ghood Music. The song immediately became a huge commercial success in South Korea, topping the Circle Digital Chart for several weeks and earning the artist a perfect all-kill. The song's title is the name of a Korean snack, which is a jelly made of chestnuts and red beans. A music video for the song was released the same day. A week later on February 20, 2024, the music video for "Sugar Rush" which was written by Bibi and produced by Kyle Buckley was also released. "Sugar Rush" garnered attention for its explicit lyrics and return to her signature sound with playful lyrics comparing sweetness to candy and desserts with a warning to not get too close. It emphasized independence and self-sufficiency, rejecting unwanted advances and celebrating individuality. Background Bibi said on the departure from her dark concepts and signature sound sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bibi (singer)
Kim Hyung-seo (, born September 27, 1998), known professionally as Bibi (; stylised in all caps), is a South Korean singer-songwriter. In 2017, she signed with Feel Ghood Music after Yoon Mi-rae discovered her self-produced songs on SoundCloud. Early life Kim Hyung-seo was born in Ulsan and spent her teenage years in Changwon. She felt awkward talking to people, so she started to write lyrics about not being able to say what she want to say when she was 15. Career Bibi appeared as a contestant in SBS competition show ''The Fan'', where she eventually finished in second place. She made her official debut with the single "Binu" on May 15, 2019. In April 2021, she released her second extended play '' Life is a Bi...''. In October, she released collaboration single "The Weekend" with 88rising. It later peaked at 29 on the Mediabase Top 40 chart, making Bibi the first Korean female soloist to do so. In December, she signed a global promotion deal with 88rising. In 2022, sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Plave (band)
Plave (; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean virtual band, virtual boy band formed by Vlast. The group consists of five members: Yejun, Noah, Hamin, Eunho and Bamby. Name The group name "Plave" is a compound word combining Play + ''Rêve'' (Dream), symbolising their worldview of creating a new space to achieve their dreams. History 2022–2023: Introduction and official debut Plave was released through a live broadcast on its official YouTube and Twitch on September 15, 2022. The group made their official debut on March 12, 2023, with the release of their first single album ''Asterum'', a mysterious space that exists between ''Caelum'' and ''Terra'' where they meet their fans, according to Plave's worldview. The group's second EP, ''Asterum: The Shape of Things to Come'' reached one million streams in 13 hours, and a total of 1.7 million streams in 24 hours after its release and entered the Melon Hall of Fame. On November 17, 2023, it was announced that the group was nomin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
